Pass MSP first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs

You’ll learn more MSP. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9am – 5pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day quality learning time, with your instructor

You’ll learn MSP faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily

You’ll be studying MSP with the best. We’ve been named in Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified 70,652 professionals, and we’re partners with all of the big names in the business

You'll do more than study MSP courseware. We use practical exercises to make sure you can apply your new knowledge to the work environment. Our instructors use demonstrations and real-world experience to keep the day interesting and engaging

The goal of this five (5) day MSP® course is to teach students a base-line for managing programmes with a structure to strengthen the coordinated management of a portfolio of projects and to achieve strategic organisational benefits.

Programme Management provides the framework for implementing business strategies and initiatives, or large-scale change, where there is a "vision" of the programme's outcome - a transformed organisation for example. Programmes Management helps to organise, manage, accommodate and control these changes so that the eventual outcome meets the objectives set by the business strategy.

Our Managing Successful Programmes Certification Program

Allows you to achieve your certifications in a fraction of the time of 'traditional training' while delivering industry-leading exam passing percentages

Helps students grasp complex management concepts more easily by identifying and catering to individual student learning styles through a mixed visual, auditory and kinaesthetic-tactual delivery system

MSP® is a registered trade mark of AXELOS Limited, used under permission of AXELOS Limited. All rights reserved. The Swirl logo™ is a trade mark of AXELOS Limited, used under permission of AXELOS Limited. All rights reserved.

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Firebrand Training provides thorough instructor-led training to ensure that you learn the fundamentals and earn your certification. You will emerge able to immediately apply your new knowledge in your career environment.

Course Materials

Daily lectures, labs, and review sessions are supplemented by a combination of:

Proprietary Lab Manual & Program Courseware - developed to address the unique demands of accelerated learners

Self Test Testing Software

Firebrand Training has an intensive educational schedule that thoroughly covers all essential elements necessary to attain the Managing Successful Programmes Certification during the program.

Modules

Introducing the Managing Successful Programme

Organisation, Leadership, Programme Management Processes

Stakeholder Management and Communication, Programme Planning and Control

Included:

MSP Axelos Accredited Courseware

The following is provided before you attend the course, and must be brought with you.

Managing Successful Programmes (2011 Edition) ISBN: 9780113313273

Students will also be provided with the pre-course reading by email prior to attending the course. This pre-reading comprises a mixture of theory, sample questions and application of MSP. Delegates will also receive the “MSPCare” Case Study which presents a complex programme scenario, with accompanying guidance and questions.

Paying close attention to the pre-reading materials will significantly help a delegate's prospects of success on the course. It is recommended that candidates spend 10 hours working through the pre-reading.

Firebrand Training offers top-quality technical education and certification training in an all-inclusive course package specifically designed for the needs and ease of our students. We attend to every detail so our students can focus solely on their studies and certification goals.

Firebrand Training has dedicated, well-equipped educational facilities where you will attend instruction and labs and have access to comfortable study and lounging rooms. Our students consistently say our facilities are second-to-none.

Examination Passing Policy

Should a student complete a Firebrand Training Program without having successfully passed all vendor examinations, the student may re-attend that program for a period of one year. Students will only be responsible for accommodations and vendor exam fees.

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites?

Just call us on +27 87 550 2195 and speak to one of our enrolment consultants.

Firebrand is an immersive environment and requires commitment. Some prerequisites are simply guidelines; you may find your unique experience, attitude and determination enables you to succeed on your accelerated course.

Reviews

Here's the Firebrand Training review section. Since 2001 we've trained exactly 70,652 students and asked them all to review our Accelerated Learning. Currently, 96.74% have said Firebrand exceeded their expectations.

Read reviews from recent accelerated courses below or visit Firebrand Stories for written and video interviews from our alumni.

"If you're wanting to get qualified on a certain subject without taking too much time out of work - Firebrand is for you!" Beth Leister, Lloyds. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (23/4/2018 to 27/4/2018)

"This is the best way to fast learn a new subject. Completely immersive with no distractions. Would highly recommend Firebrand to all those wanting to get up and running as quickly as possible." A.B.. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (23/4/2018 to 27/4/2018)

"The 5 days MSP training with the foundation, practitioner and advanced practitioner examinations is a demanding but great learning experience. The Firebrand trainer knows to keep a perfect balance between the theory, real life examples and experiences as well as preparation tips for the certification exams, which ensures a high certification rate (and thus a great return on the investment)" G.H. . - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (3/7/2017 to 7/7/2017)

"The training is very intense but also very interesting. Preparation is needed but the trainer was very competent and knowledgeable, truly helping candidates to reach the required level of knowledge and comprehension. The trainers hands on experience also helps a lot as he gives real life illustrations of MSP concepts." François D., Capgemini. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (3/7/2017 to 7/7/2017)

"Overall good experience. This is truly fast track learning, so be prepared to do an extra effort. Ensure you have completed pre-study (if required) before you attend, or it will be difficult to keep up. Enjoy!" Kim Dyrby Hansen. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (19/6/2017 to 23/6/2017)

"A great course that prepares you to set out on your own and apply structures & best practices in your daily work. Highly recommended. Really appreciated the instructors energy & ability to draw from experience." Anonymous - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (22/2/2016 to 26/2/2016)

"I found the course extremely well run. It has a full packed week, but definitely a great way to learn." Laura Wise. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (22/2/2016 to 26/2/2016)

"A fabulous course! If you enjoy accelerated learning, thrive in a pressured environment and a will to learn and to achieve then this is for you! So much knowledge in such a short space of time. Highly recommended." Kaye Rushbrook, LINCOLNSHIRE COUNCIL. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (13/7/2015 to 17/7/2015)

"A really worthwhile course that can be adapted and used in the workplace. Good structure that I will use in my career going forward." Clare Messenger, LINCOLNSHIRE COUNCIL. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (13/7/2015 to 17/7/2015)

"The instructor was fantastic. He made the difficult challenge of accelerated learning easy to live with. Despite long days his teaching style is motivating. The "BOOT CAMP" method is definitely the best way to learn MSP quickly and get your accreditations." Mike Smith, Fujitsu. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (8/12/2014 to 12/12/2014)

"The instructor is very knowledgeable and professional. With the support of the Firebrand infrastructure, this course is a must do for anyone in the programme management environment." Helen Barge, not applicable. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (8/12/2014 to 12/12/2014)

"Fujitsu chose Firebrand and sent us on this course. It reduced time away from work. The instructor was extremely professional and attentive to the differing needs and preferred learning styles of the class." Alasdair Penman, Fujitsu. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (18/8/2014 to 22/8/2014)

"MSP advanced is tough but doing it through Firebrand's accelerated approach really focuses you on the subject in addition to getting you through exams." Brian Scott, Service Management Connect Ltd. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (9/6/2014 to 13/6/2014)

"Excellent training carried out by a very knowledgeable instructor; ensuring I had all I needed to pass the exams." David Bennett, Tryzens Ltd. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (17/2/2014 to 21/2/2014)

"Professional and experienced trainer helping throughout the training to achieve the benefits of learning and get certified at the same time" Lipi Sarkar, British Heart Foundation. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (17/2/2014 to 21/2/2014)

"ideal way to learn for a contractor where it is important to pack as much as possible into a learning day and with a guarantee to insure you get the qualificaion for the cv" Audrey Philbrooks, eManagers Ltd. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (8/4/2013 to 12/4/2013)

"This course is intense, you are immered in it for the full week, which helps tremendously in aquiring the required knowledge, as you are free from distractions. The instructor was very good, explaining well, repeating concepts until they sunk in. The atmosphere was relaxing yet very focused.
It was everyting that we needed to pass all 3 exams." Julie Perton, aldermore. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (8/4/2013 to 12/4/2013)

"You get out what you put in. the quality of the instructor and approach together with the facilities give you the best chance of success" Peter Maddigan, Insubric Limited. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (3/12/2012 to 7/12/2012)

"Hard work but if you prepare properly on advance (as firebrand advise) you can be sure of the quality of the teaching to serve you in every chance of succeeding." Paul Evans, na. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (1/10/2012 to 5/10/2012)

"Firebrand are as good as what they say. 6 days of focussed study, case studies and discussions almost assure you of the skills, knowledge and the certification. The Wyboston lake is an amazing setting to stay focussed and relax in situations of extreme pressure. I would definitely recommend Firebrand for all training needs." Chennakeshav Adya, tungsten consulting services ltd. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (30/7/2012 to 3/8/2012)

"A good way to throw yourself into the course and get the most out of it. Everyone on the course is in the same boat and would recommend their training to anyone." Philip Norwell, safety contracts uk ltd. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (30/7/2012 to 3/8/2012)

"I have found firebrand and its staff to be welcoming, supportive and throughly well prepared for the task at getting the students up to speed and prepared for the exams in question. A throughly enjoyable experience and in which I no doubt will repeat." Scott Futley, barclays. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (30/7/2012 to 3/8/2012)

"The quality of food accommodation and environment were all conductive to intensive learning programme.
The course materials were very helpful.
The quality of tuition was excellent." Anon.. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (20/2/2012 to 24/2/2012)

"Excellent way to gain knowledge. It is an intense course and you must be prepared to put the work and effort into get the best out of the course." Anon.. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (20/2/2012 to 24/2/2012)

"Expect to do a long day, and cram lots in, however you will learn new concepts and pointers that will assist you in your role" Anon.. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (20/2/2012 to 24/2/2012)

"Having attended Firebrand Training on two occasions it would be hard to push to fault the balance providing a centre for learning and a condusive place to study." D.M. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (6/9/2010 to 10/9/2010)

"Having attended Firebrand Training on two occasions it would be hard to push to fault the balance providing a centre for learning and a condusive place to study." D.M. - AXELOS MSP® Foundation, Practitioner & Advanced Practitioner (5 days) (6/9/2010 to 10/9/2010)

"A fabulous course! If you enjoy accelerated learning, thrive in a pressured environment and a will to learn and to achieve then this is for you! So much knowledge in such a short space of time. Highly recommended."